TABLE OF REVERSIBLE DEBATABLE RISK FACTORS
Overview of reversible debatable risk factors for 1st or 2nd NAAION attack, both and suggestions from experiences of fellow patients - and published studies if known - how to control these reversible debatable factors. The percentages displayed show the statistical risk of a 2nd attack.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- list is under construction (so not complete) -
| Reversible Debatable | Reference studies | Suggested preventive actions |
|---|---|---|
| Use of PDE5 (phosphodiestrase-5) inhibitors | ||
| Use of Amiodarone | ||
| Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome | ||
| Use of Brimonidine tartrate(Alphagan) drops | ||
| Systemic hypotension | ||
| Thrombophilia and inflammation | ||
| Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) | ||